1982 Aria Pro II (Matsumoku) PE-R100 Single Cutaway w/Kahler (Flash Red)

1982 Aria Pro II (Matsumoku) PE-R100 Single Cutaway w/Kahler (Flash Red)The PE series was an attempt to modernise the Les Paul shape and style and the Matsumoku factory put a lot of effort into making these to the best quality possible. Made in Japan in mid 1982, the PE R100 is the highest end iteration of the PE series model and this one is factory loaded with a Kahler tremolo system (making it an even rarer model!). Weighs 4. 3kg's and the catalog indicates that they're made with a carved maple top and mahogany back

Japanese made by the Matsumoku factory in 1982

electronics have been flushed and sound great

Loaded with the original Japanese single coils controlled by a 5-way pickup selector

pots were flushed and lubed and the jack was replaced with a brand new one

about standard for an 80's shredder

given a basic service and a truss adjustment prior to listing

Appears to be all original and is loaded with the original Fender Japan JB-VINTAGE pickups that sound very good

A bright CAR finish on the basswood body with a rounded maple neck and fingerboard

Loaded with a pair of passive bass humbuckers controlled by two volume knobs and a master tone control

Missing strap button

Made in Japan in 1988 (with a highly desirable E serial)

Made in Japan in the late 90's (when Yamaha models had a great reputation)